Position : Academic Support Consultant Quantitative focus Location : Nashua, NH
Job Id : 420 # of Openings : 0 Academic Support Consultant Quantitative focus (9 hours per week grant funded)
Rivier University invites applicants for an Academic Support Consultant. Individual will work one-on-one with Rivier students to assist them with academic skills, assignments, and course content knowledge particularly in relation to math and science courses.
The Academic Support Consultant will work with students in quantitative subjects during appointment and drop-in times, both in person and through virtual conferencing.
This position is approximately 9 hours per week in person / on campus.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Meet with individual students who would like assistance with quantitative courses such as college algebra, Anatomy & Physiology, or others.
- Work with all levels of students during drop-in hours on learning strategies related to quantitative courses. In a typical student-directed tutorial, the consultant may :
- Evaluate student needs and determine appropriate area of focus for tutorial session.
- Respond to questions and provide resources to guide students toward self-sufficient learning.
- Assist the student in identifying strengths and overcoming difficulties in their approach to assignments.
- Move the student toward independence in assignments by fostering both competence and confidence.
- Related duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Required Education and Experience : Bachelor’s degree in specific subject area related to the position Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to all levels of students as well as faculty and staff Ability to explain quantitative concepts in Anatomy & Physiology, math, and chemistry Strong research skills, including technical knowledge and skills pertinent to the teaching of effective academic skills Relevant experience with tutoring and / or teaching strongly preferred
- Preferred Education and Experience : Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred Two or more years of experience in academic support and student success programs Experience with educational technology such as TutorTrac, Zoom conferencing, VoiceThread, and Canvas.
30+ days ago